Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Magnus Carlsen, Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
Queen's Pawn Game (A40) · 1-0 (Shakhriyar Mamedyarov won) · 43 moves · 3 April 2021
About This Game
Game summary
- WhiteShakhriyar Mamedyarov
- BlackMagnus Carlsen
- Result1-0 · Shakhriyar Mamedyarov won
- EventTitled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
- Date3 April 2021
- OpeningQueen's Pawn Game (A40)
- Length43 moves
- Type of eventBlitz and bullet
This is game 60 of 95 between Magnus Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov in the Rama Chess database (2005–2024). In all their games Carlsen leads 46–14 with 35 draws.
Previous game: Carlsen vs Mamedyarov, 1-0 (Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, 2021).
Next game: Mamedyarov vs Carlsen, ½-½ (NIC Classic Prelim 2021, 2021).
The moves of Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Magnus Carlsen, Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021
This full-length game sees Shakhriyar Mamedyarov take on Magnus Carlsen at Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021 in 2021. The game dates from the contemporary engine era.
From Queen's Pawn Game (A40) the players entered a flexible, manoeuvring struggle. Openings in this group reward patient build-up and a feel for pawn structure.
Running to 43 moves, the game moved through a full middlegame into an endgame, showing how an advantage is carried between phases.
Magnus Carlsen is one of the grandmasters featured in the RamaChess archive, where you can browse their complete game collection, favourite openings and notable wins.
Games like this are useful at every level: opening principles for beginners, middlegame plans for club players, fine technique for experts.
When the dust settled, Shakhriyar Mamedyarov won with the white pieces. Step through the moves on the interactive board above and try the position trainer to sharpen your own play.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record of Magnus Carlsen and Shakhriyar Mamedyarov?
In the 95 games between them in our database (2005 to 2024) Carlsen leads 46–14 with 35 draws. This game is number 60 of 95.
Where and when was Shakhriyar Mamedyarov vs Magnus Carlsen played?
At the Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021, on 3 April 2021.
Who played this game?
This game was played between Shakhriyar Mamedyarov (White) and Magnus Carlsen (Black), at Titled Arena Apr 3rd 2021 in 2021.
What opening was played?
The game used Queen's Pawn Game (ECO code A40). A flexible, manoeuvring struggle.
What was the result?
Shakhriyar Mamedyarov won with the white pieces.
How long was the game?
The game lasted 43 moves (85 plies).
Can I replay this game move by move?
Yes. Use the interactive board on this page to step through every move, or open the analyser and Practice mode.
Where can I find more games like this?
Browse the full Queen's Pawn Game collection, Magnus Carlsen's complete game archive, and thousands more grandmaster games in the RamaChess archive.